What is Clearplay?
Clearplay is a software that allows parents to filter out objectionable content from movies. It works by connecting to the movie playback and automatically skipping over or muting scenes that contain violence, language, nudity, or other adult content. Parents can customize filters based on their preferences and values.
With Clearplay, you insert a DVD or Blu-ray into your player and connect it to the Clearplay device or app. As the movie plays, Clearplay will omit scenes or mute audio based on your filter settings. For example, it can skip over a graphic shooting scene or mute curse words. This allows you to watch the movie alongside your kids without unexpected mature content popping up.
Clearplay offers filters for over 6,000 popular movies. Their database has detailed information on objectionable content like substance abuse, sexuality, and violence. You can use their predefined filters or customize the filters further based on your family’s needs. The service works across DVD, Blu-Ray, and many streaming platforms and devices.
Parents appreciate Clearplay for enjoying movies they love with their kids without exposing them to content they deem inappropriate. It gives more control over what your family watches. However, some critics argue it detracts from the artistic integrity of films by cutting out scenes. Subtitles can also sometimes still show muted curse words. But many parents find value in cleaner movie viewing options from Clearplay’s automated filters.